Casterot
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck breast, classic Gascon cassoulet, grilled ribeye steak
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Château de Casterot, nestled in the historic Saint-Mont appellation of South-West France, represents a classic expression of Gascon winemaking tradition. The name 'Casterot' refers to the ancient fortified estates, or 'castelnaux', that dot the rolling hills of the Gers department. Crafted under the stewardship of the Plaimont cooperative, this red wine is grown on the region's characteristic variegated clay and limestone soils. It showcases the synergy of indigenous Pyrenean grape varieties, combining the structure of Tannat with the rustic, wild-berry aromatics of Pinenc (Fer Servadou) and the elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon. The vinification emphasizes a balance between extracting the deep color and firm tannins of the local grapes while preserving a fresh, fruit-forward profile that honors the historic, rugged terroir of the d'Artagnan countryside.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont is a pioneering cooperative union located in Saint-Mont within the Gers department of South-West France. By uniting the historic cellars of Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont, the producer has become a champion for reviving and safeguarding the indigenous heritage grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills, such as Tannat, Pinenc, Gros Manseng, and Arrufiac. Plaimont is globally renowned for its commitment to ampelographic preservation, famously tending to a historic, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel that is classified as an official French historic monument. Their diverse portfolio spans expressive, fresh whites, robust reds, and vibrant rosés, exemplified by the Fleur d'Artagnan range and the celebrated late-harvest Saint Albert and Saint Sylvestre wines.